Samsung Galaxy S24 Review | Should I upgrade to the Plus/Ultra?

Reviewing the Samsung Galaxy S24, the best (and only) compact phone of 2024 boasting upgraded AI camera shenanigans - and an Exynos 2400 chipset. So is this Samsung Galaxy S24 worth the price, how's the battery life and gaming tech, and can you stop mentioning AI please? Hit play to find out!

This mini smartphone is smaller and cheaper than the Plus and Ultra models, yet boasts the same OneUI 6.1 features and AI tools. The Samsung S24 is packed with great stuff, but my favourites are the photo editing tools. That Galaxy camera has improved in a few ways and generally dependable, but even rubbish shots can be saved in a few seconds.

One of the first flagships of the year is powered by Samsung's own Exynos 2400 here in the UK, like the Plus. The Galaxy S24 is still beefy enough to cope with gaming on Genshin Impact, but stumbles at times. And battery life only drops when you're doing camera or gaming shenanigans.

Check out my Snapdragon vs Exynos video for more on that nerdy chip stuff, and my Samsung Galaxy S24, Plus and Ultra tips and tricks guide for a closer look at One UI 6.1. Are you tempted by this Samsung S24 smartphone? Let us know below!

Samsung Galaxy S24 Review Chapters:
0:00 - Trouser based fun times
0:44 - Design
2:39 - One UI 6.1 & AI features
5:56 - Display & audio
7:58 - Performance & gaming
10:02 - Battery life
11:25 - Cameras
15:10 - Editing
16:03 - Verdict

[roygalaxy]

Thank you so much for taking the time to test the regular s24, for those of us with a tighter budget!

[krisgormley]

I was so happy to get a Snapdragon S23 last year. The return to Exynos is enough for me to decide what my next phone will be. An S23+ 😂

[namastebharat]

I simply love your video style, truly refreshing and creative❤

[JoseA_CT]

Upgrading to the s24 from my Xiaomi Mi 9T, arriving tomorrow :D
Great review, it was a pleasure to hear you mate <3

[lorac]

Wanted the 24 ultra because I was use to a larger phone. Ended up with the 24 reg. Big Big change. I almost returned it, but after day 3, I can't put it down. I just had to get used to a smaller phone. It is crisp sharp and fits perfectly in my hand, pocket, or small handbag. Very impressive, alot packed into such a small phone. Love the circle search feature.

[behebkg]

Hey man where do you get your wallpapers.

[KoalaBeer.]

How’s idle battery drain for the base S24? How many percentage points do you lose each hour overnight if you don’t charge it?

[jaaj]

I switched to s24 plus from a53 and i can't be happier. It's fast and responsive. Camera is fantastic, and battery life is great. I don't game on my phone and I removed all bloatware from it. I'm really happy

[anthonywilliams]

Are you using a different camera to film this video?? Seems like everything is much clearer.

[Andrew]

Hey bro, where do you get your anime wallpapers?

[mahfoojkhan]

I dunno how but after using so many android phones, s23 is first phone which i have bought 2023 March and today it feels like i have just bought it and its buttery smooth even after 1 year. I have updated to one ui6(major) update without resetting my phone and its still works like a brand new phone. Apple provides this experience and Samsung always left behind due to years of usage makes phone bad but it seems like they are really confident this time with one ui that they are bold enough to provide 7 years update in s24. I can easily say now that samsung has provided best android experience for me after using one plus, htc and mi phone.

[xtwmx]

7y is definitely a massive bonus.
Flagships have been a vanity item for many years but this makes it a worthile investment unless you are super clumsy.

[kevinu.k.]

Great video - I think I am quite happy with my S23 Snapdragon. Nothing in this model I will miss.

[ljamesretuya]

Loving the small form factor. Definitely going to be a good consideration for me once my carrier contract expires this October.

[hickey]

@LoverOfTech Ben gets everywhere man 🤣 Seems to be everyone's portrait model of choice. Was great hanging out in San Jose, shame I didn't get a chance to bump into you Chris.

Great review as always 😎🔥

[ReneArjona]

On my s24 I find alot of apps constantly crashing, apps that never crashed on my 21plus, is there a fix for that?

[minusmartin]

i grabbed the regular s24 in the US. came from a 13 pro. love this phone. The size, weight especially, and speed. my galaxy watch 5 pro should get here today!

[HerrBrisby]

Which cities did you visit in Germany?

[friendlyuserrr]

Please tell me how are the haptics on s24 series (compared to iphone 15 pro max).

[dennisjames]

Love the English humor and the tone of the video :)